Chapter 79: Public condemnation
So even with Lucia’s over-the-top performance and pitiful theatrics, Secretary Yun already knew this was just another doomed act in a long list of failures.
Inside the car, Shin silently removed the shoe that had been touched. His face was unreadable, but the tightness in his jaw said it all.
Outside, Lucia was still screaming, even as she was dragged out of the building. "You’ll regret this, Shin Keir! Damn all of you! I’ll sue you for injustice! This isn’t over!"
Then, as if a lightbulb finally flicked on in her mind, her eyes narrowed and she bolted to a certain direction.
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Meanwhile, Café Zhillion was at its busiest, buzzing with energy as tired workers gathered to unwind after a long day.
The cozy, relaxed atmosphere was filled with soft chatter, the gentle clinking of cutlery, and the warm scent of fresh brews, until the front doors suddenly flew open.
A disheveled woman stumbled inside, nearly slipping on the welcome mat. Her hair was tousled, clothes slightly wrinkled, and her eyes wild with fury.
She stormed straight toward the counter, her breathing erratic as she shouted, "Where is she?! Get that vicious girl out here!"
Lucia Hera pointed a trembling, accusatory finger at the stunned barista behind the register.
"Did you fire her yet?! Do you know what she did to me?! Why are you protecting her?! Is there no justice left in this world?!"